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Earnings

Zefiro Methane earns $665,401 in Q1 2026

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Nov 14, 2025 · 18:20 ZEFI · 0.25 Zefiro Methane Corp
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Executive Summary

  • Zefiro Methane Corp. reported record quarterly financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 (ended Sept. 30, 2025), achieving $12.1 million in revenue, a 21% increase over the previous record.
  • The company posted positive net income and free cash flow, driven by a 21% revenue increase and a $1.3 million decline in operating expenses, resulting in record EBITDA of approximately $2.6 million.
  • Recent operational highlights include a new federally funded project in Ohio for 37 orphan wells, a two-year well retirement contract, and the successful sale of carbon offsets, alongside the repayment of two promissory notes totaling $450,000.

Key Details

  • Revenue: Record quarterly revenue of approximately $12.1 million, representing an approximately 21% increase over the first quarter of fiscal 2025.
  • Operating Expenses: Total operating expenses declined by approximately $1.3 million to $3.1 million (down from $4.4 million in Q1 FY2025).
    • General and Administrative (G&A) expenses decreased by approximately 47% from $1.03 million to $550,000.
    • Salaries and benefits decreased by approximately 16% from $1.33 million to $1.12 million.
  • EBITDA: Record quarterly EBITDA of approximately $2.6 million.
  • Net Income/Flow: The quarter resulted in positive net income and free cash flow.
  • New Projects: Awarded a second material federally funded project in Ohio consisting of 37 orphan wells; operations expected to begin in November 2025 and continue through spring 2026.
  • Contracts: Secured a two-year well retirement contract with a top-tier industry operator.
  • Carbon Offsets:
    • In August 2025, completed the first publicly announced sale of carbon offsets from ACR project 959 (ACR959), delivering credits to Mercuria Energy America LLC.
    • Verified reduction of 92,956 metric tons of CO2.
    • Subsequently delivered carbon credits to two additional strategic buyers.
  • Debt Repayment:
    • September 2025: Repaid and retired a $350,000 promissory note from X Machina Capital Strategies Fund I LP.
    • November 2025: Repaid and retired a $100,000 promissory note from X Machina Capital Strategies Fund I.
  • Outlook: Preliminary October results indicate one of the highest revenue months in company history; future free cash flow for the next six months is prioritized toward debt reduction and strengthening the balance sheet.

Notable Quotes

  • "This performance reflects the effectiveness of Zefiro's new management team, and our strategic focus on revenue generating business lines. We have conducted a thorough review of all expenses and implemented measures to eliminate unnecessary spending. Alongside these decisive cost-cutting initiatives, the team has executed strongly in the field, driving revenue growth through improved operational performance. By streamlining operations and maintaining a sharp focus on efficiency, the Company has strengthened its financial foundation and is well positioned for sustained profitability and growth as it enters fiscal 2026." — Catherine Flax, Chief Executive Officer
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